Events and Outreach Co-ordinator

Colchester Institute Enterprises Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Colchester is searching for an enthusiastic Events and Outreach Co-ordinator to drive the delivery of outreach programs and events. In this full-time role, you will engage with schools and communities, deliver presentations, manage social media campaigns, and analyze data to boost engagement. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills, creativity, and strong organizational abilities, all while working within a dynamic Marketing Team to make a real impact.

Qualifications

• Confident public speaker with great communication skills.
• Highly organised and proactive, managing multiple events at once.
• Creative with a strong focus on digital content and social media.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging presentations and workshops to schools and colleges.
• Build lasting relationships with key education partners.
• Lead and support internal and external events, including Graduation.
• Analyse data to identify growth opportunities and improve engagement.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Social media management

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Job description

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference

At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and strengthen communities. As one of the region’s leading providers of education and skills training, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive and forward-thinking working environment where staff can thrive.

Are you an engaging presenter, a confident events professional and a natural relationship-builder? Colchester Institute is looking for an enthusiastic Events and Outreach Co-ordinator to lead the planning and delivery of our outreach and events programme—showcasing the exciting opportunities our College offers to future students, schools and the wider community.

Job Title: Events and Outreach Co-ordinator

Full Time

About the Role

In this varied and fast-paced position, you will take the lead on delivering impactful presentations, workshops and events across local schools and colleges, as well as supporting major internal events such as Open Events, Familiarisation Days and Graduation. You’ll be a key representative of the College, helping to elevate our visibility, strengthen our partnerships and contribute to our strategic growth.

You’ll also play a central role in content creation—capturing photos and videos, managing social media activity (with a focus on LinkedIn) and delivering targeted email campaigns that help drive engagement. With a creative eye and excellent organisational skills, you’ll help shape our events and outreach presence across multiple channels.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging presentations and workshops to schools and colleges
• Build lasting relationships with key education partners
• Lead and support internal and external events, including Graduation
• Organise and represent the College at regional and local exhibitions (some evening/weekend work required)
• Capture photos and video content for live event coverage
• Create and schedule social media content to promote events and outreach activity
• Design and distribute email marketing campaigns, using automation and AI tools to enhance performance
• Analyse data to identify growth opportunities and improve engagement
• Support general marketing tasks including photography, video creation, proofreading and design
• Assist with research into competitor institutions and sector trends
• Promote Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding in all aspects of the role
• Work collaboratively as an integral member of the Marketing Team

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A confident public speaker with great communication skills
• Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple events at once
• Creative, especially with digital content and social media
• Comfortable engaging with students, staff and external partners
• Data-driven, with an interest in improving processes and engagement
• A strong team player who contributes positively to shared goals

Why Join Us?

At Colchester Institute, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Marketing Team where fresh ideas are welcomed and professional development is encouraged. This role offers the chance to make a real impact—representing the College, inspiring future learners and shaping the experiences of thousands across our community.